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Narrated by Theodore White
Traces Chinese history after the end of World War II, showing the Communist victory and the flight of the Nationalists to Taiwan in 1949, and following the course of Chinese-American relations up to Nixon's visit to China. From the China -- century of revolution series (second edition). (Note: this series was originally produced by David Wolper under the title [if] China, roots of maddness [rf])
Summary
Shows that even though the Allies support Chiang Kai - Sheck, United States confidence fades as he loses out to the communists. Describes his retreats to Formosa with his nationalists, surrounded by symbols of an ancient China. Explains that in two decades Mao Tse - Tung has gained full control of the mainland of China and has created a new tyranny.
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